Pennsylvania

Only eight states have worse average passing rates on the exam than Pennsylvania's 69.6 percent. November 3, 2009, MCT

An increasing number of schools in Pennsylvania are in the process of supplying all their students with portable computers for use at school and at home. November 3, 2009, MCT

Pa. Adults Ponder Going Back to School as Teachers

October 26, 2009, AP

State Dept.: Exchange Programs Need Closer Watch

October 26, 2009, AP

Pa. Votes Final-Exam Keystone Tests to Get a Diploma

The controversial plan for state-approved final exams received a 4-1 vote of approval from a state review board yesterday. October 23, 2009, MCT

News Briefs

Prekindergarten Gains

Enrolling in prekindergarten programs can sharply reduce the special education enrollment rate among at-risk students, a new report finds. November 3, 2009

Pittsburgh Board Seals Deal to Retain Superintendent

The Pittsburgh school board has signed Superintendent Mark Roosevelt to a new contract through August 2014. October 27, 2009

Pa. Teachers on Strike

Teachers in an eastern Pennsylvania district are on strike for the second time in two years. October 20, 2009

States Using Stimulus as Patch, Critique Says

The U.S. Department of Education's inspector general says Connecticut, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and other states are using stimulus money to plug budget holes, not boost school aid. October 6, 2009

TV Star to Film at Phila. School

August 26, 2009

Office Charged With Monitoring Phila. School Safety Closed

August 26, 2009

More News Briefs

In Pittsburgh, Monitors Hold School Board Accountable

'Board Watch' volunteers attend meetings and grade the panel on good-governance measures. October 12, 2009

In Philadelphia, Reaching Kids by Teaching Parents

October 12, 2009, AP

School Sees Better Days in the Future

Four years in, Philadelphia’s showcase 'School of the Future' is trying to learn from setbacks and chart a revised course closer to its original vision. September 24, 2009

Leader in Phila. Seeks Changes in Teacher Rules

Arlene C. Ackerman is pushing a teacher-effectiveness agenda in a city known for a traditional union contract. September 1, 2009

Teachers Pick Up Tips For Enhancing Topic of Evolution in Class

A forum run by the University of Pittsburgh helps teachers prepare lessons on the controversial and confusing topic of evolution. Updated: August 11, 2009

New Budget Year Brings More Turmoil in States

July 6, 2009, AP

Penn. Graduation Requirements Spark Fresh Fight

Some lawmakers are pushing to block development of high school tests or curriculum without legislative approval. Updated: June 23, 2009

Pa. School Boss Fights Cuts

Pennsylvania's education secretary speaks out against the Senate's education budget, but he is challenged. June 11, 2009, MCT

Philadelphia Leader Seeks Faster Change By Closing Schools

High-performing buildings would receive more autonomy. March 2, 2009

Private Management in Philadelphia District Found to Yield Payoff

February 23, 2009

Bush Calls for Resolve on NCLB Renewal

January 8, 2009